The Best Home Office Plants to Liven Up Your Space

Basjoo Banana Tree: Originally cultivated in Japan, this showstopping plant will add a tropical feel to your office. They grow well in pots and prefer bright light so be sure to place it close to a sunny window. When grown indoors, the leaves don’t grow as big but they still create a dramatic and lush effect! Make sure you dedicate enough space to this large beauty.

Sago Palm Tree: If you wish you were hanging out by the ocean rather than your office, this sago palm tree may help! Feathery, shiny leaves sit on top of a thick brown trunk to create a true beach vacation vibe. While they can grow over 10 ft tall, they’re slow-growing and tend to grow outwards rather than up. Make sure it gets some sunlight and water only when dry.

Monstera Deliciosa Plant: Arguably one of the most popular houseplants out there, the monstera is one of the best home office plants. People will instantly recognize the big leaves with the signature slits and leathery feel. Monsteras likes indirect light but can tolerate low light if your desk area is far from a window. They’re fairly hardy and don’t mind being left to do their own thing with the occasional watering!

Majesty Palm: Another great palm tree, the majesty palm instantly adds a sense of relaxation to the room. The majesty palm doesn’t have a thick trunk like the sago palm and tends to grow a little higher rather than outwards. Completely non-toxic, this is a great option for a home office with a pet that likes to lounge about.

Fiddle Leaf Fig: Everyone is trying to get their hands on a fiddle leaf fig for the office. The large leaves are heavily veined and shaped almost violin-like. They like bright indirect light, so place them in a sunny area but not right next to the window if it’s south-facing. While they can be finickier than other plants on this list, they’re guaranteed to add plenty of character.

Sempervivum Purple Beauty Succulent: Those who want all the benefits of a plant without all the work should try buying succulents for the desk. This sempervivum purple is the definition of low maintenance, accepting of hot and dry, cold and warm, and poor soil quality. Plant them in a wide and shallow container and let them do their thing.

Sempervivum Green Wheel Succulent: The same plant as the last but make it green! This succulent has layers of dense and firm leaves, forming a rosette. You may even get pale pink flowers during the growing season if they’re happy with their office home!

Rosemary Plant: Most people don’t think of herbs as a home office plant, but they really should! You can enjoy the fragrance and all the herbal benefits of rosemary within arm’s reach of your laptop. A tough little plant, it doesn’t require much care and will happily sit to be enjoyed for its beauty or its flavor.

Peace Lily Plant: If you want a desk plant with a little more pizazz, consider growing a peace lily. A symbol of hope and tranquility, it has green glossy leaves with white flower-like spathes that poke through. It’s one of the top plants used for filtering air by removing toxins, absorbing mold spores, and providing oxygen to give your brain a boost.